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June 15, 2015

3 Summer Hobbies with Health Benefits

With the warm weather quickly approaching, these next few months will be a great time for seniors to take advantage of outdoor activities around a retirement community.

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June 8, 2015

5 Reasons Seniors Should Have a Pet

If your senior loved one has a pet to take care of, he or she can have a new sense of purpose and become a happier person.

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May 29, 2015

5 Tips to Avoid Unintentional Weight Loss in Seniors

Unintentional weight loss in seniors is a serious matter and can lead to infection, depression and even death, according to the American Academy of Family Physicians.

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May 28, 2015

3 Dental Care Tips for Seniors

In addition to seeing a dentist every six months, seniors can do a few things to improve their dental health.

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May 21, 2015

6 Ways Seniors Can Manage Incontinence

Incontinence can be an embarrassing health condition that plagues many seniors.

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May 21, 2015

5 Ways to Alleviate Dry Mouth

Dry mouth, also known as xerostomia, is a common condition among seniors and can lead to loose dentures, mouth sores and even difficulty swallowing.

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May 15, 2015

6 Summer Safety Tips for Seniors

Seniors should take extra caution in the summertime.

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May 13, 2015

4 Foods that Benefit Your Heart

Eating certain foods can lower your risk of heart disease. 

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April 24, 2015

Keep Your Hearing in Good Health to Stay Sharp

A significant portion of those with hearing loss in the U.S. have never received treatment for the condition, which can lead to social isolation, depression and be a detriment to cognitive function.

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March 31, 2015

5 Creative Ways to Use Kale

We all know the importance of getting our fruits and vegetables, but actually consuming enough is another matter.

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